Horse Care Management

OVERVIEW

The interwoven relationship between horses and humans is over 3,500 years old, when horses were first domesticated in central Asia. Horses have come to play a significant role as a partner to humans in recreational, competitive, and therapeutic settings. Whether you are a rider, breeder, interested in horse industry career, or just love horses, having a fundamental knowledge of horse care skills is essential to making the most of this unique partnership. The Horse Care Management course provides a broad overview of foundational horse care topics such as selection guidelines, stable management practices, hoof and foot care, principles of exercise and conditioning, equine nutrition and herd health management, and horse breeding.

DETAILS

Horse Care Management is a comprehensive study of equine science and the practical application of these scientific concepts. This course consists of three basic horse care modules and an elective module in Equine Behavior or Horse Breeding. With each module, you will gain hands-on experience with the set task activities. Upon completion, you will have learned several facets of horse care and horse management, including daily care, handling techniques, and training principles.

A fundamental key to success in the horse industry is having an extensive knowledge of the horse. Completing this intensive course acknowledges the dedication of those interested in the well-being of horses and affirms that you have met an industry-standard level of proficiency.

OUTLINE

I.Horse Care A

A.Horse Psychology
and Handling Horses

B.Considerations for Buying and
Selling Horses

C.Evaluating Conformation in the
Horse

D.The Digestive System and Basic
Principles of
Equine Nutrition

E.Principles of Pasture Management

F.Principles of Proper Grooming

G.Industry Applications

II. Horse Care B

A.Feeds for Horses

B.Stable Management Practices

C.
Bedding and Mucking Out

D.Principles of Hoof Care and
Shoeing

E.Exercise and Conditioning

F.Tack and Tack Fitting

G.
Horse Facility Design

III. Horse Care C

A.Utilizing Blankets, Bandages and
Boots

B.Principles of Equine Health
Management

C.Clipping and Trimming the
Competitive Horse

D.Transporting and Managing Horses
Away from
Home

E.Organizing and Managing a Horse
Event

F.Aspects of Operating a Horse
Enterprise

You will choose one of the following modules:

IV. Equine Behavior

A.
Introduction to Equine Behavior

B. How
Genetics Influence Behavior

C.
Perception and Response Behavior

D.
Communication and Social Behavior

E.
Sexual and Reproductive Behaviors

F.
Learning Behaviors and Training Methods

G.
Addressing Maladaptive Behavior in Horses

V. Horse Breeding

A.
Fundamental Principles of Horse Breeding

B.
Reproductive Physiology of the Mare

C.
Reproductive Physiology of the Stallion

D.
Breeding Management Practices

E.
Management of the Pregnant Mare

F.
Understanding the Foaling Process

G. Care
of the Newborn Foal

H.
Infertility and Reproductive Disorders

REQUIREMENTS

Hardware Requirements:

This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

This course is preferred with the latest versions of Windows and Mac OS. Although the versions listed below are compatible, it's strongly recommended to have the latest operating system for an optimal experience.

PC: Windows 7 or later operating systems

Mac: OS X Snow Leopard 10.6 or later

Browser: The latest version of Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome, or Safari (Google Chrome is preferred).

All applications listed above must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional material requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:

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PREREQUISITES

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

INSTRUCTOR

Meg Anema holds Bachelor of Science degrees in Animal Science and Agricultural Economics from New Mexico State University and a Master of Science degree in Equine Reproductive Physiology from Colorado State University. Anema, a certified Career and Technical Education instructor, has taught courses in Equine Science, Animal Science, and Veterinary Science for over 10 years. She grew up training horses and has years of experience as a breeding farm manager, equine A.I. technician, and equine events coordinator.

FAQS

1.Can I register for
courses if I am an international student?

Yes, because ed2go courses are online you never
have to
actually travel to the school.Most
schools offer telephone or online registration.

2.How long does it
take to complete a course?

All of our courses are self-paced and open
enrollment, so
you can start them when you want and finish them at your own pace.When you register, you’ll receive eighteen
(18) months to complete the course.

3.What if I don't
have enough time to complete my course within the time frame provided?

The time allotted for course completion has been
calculated
based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to
complete the
course, contact your Student Advisor to help you work out a suitable
completion
date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

4.Do I have to buy
additional materials?

No.

5.Can I get
financial assistance?

ed2go courses are non-credit courses, so they do
not qualify
for federal aid.In some states,
vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified
students to take our courses.Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance
when
they enroll, if they meet certain requirements.

6.What happens when
I complete the course?

Upon successful completion of the course, you will
be
awarded a certificate of completion.

7.Am I guaranteed a
job?

ed2go courses will provide you with the skills you
need to
obtain an entry-level position in most cases.We don’t provide direct job placement services, but our
facilitators and
career counselors will help you build your resume and are available to
give
advice on finding your first job.Facilitators will also be available to use as a professional
reference
upon completion of the course.Potential
students should always do research on the job market in their area
before
registering.

8.Who will be my
instructor?

Each student is paired with a facilitator for
one-on-one
interaction.The facilitator will be
available (via e-mail) to answer any questions you may have and to
provide
feedback on your performance.All of our
facilitators are successful working professionals in the fields in
which they
teach.

9.What software or
hardware do I need in order to take online courses and what are the
system
requirements?

In order to take ed2go courses, you need access to
a
computer and the Internet. You can access the course contents from any
web-enabled computer. We recommend that you have a word-processing
program
(Microsoft Word is the best) and the latest version of Internet
Explorer.

10.Can I use a Mac?

Yes.

11.How can I get
more information about this course?

If you have questions that are not answered on our
website,
please feel free to contact us via LIVE chat (click the button above).If you are visiting us during non-business
hours, please feel free to send us a question using the “Contact Us”
form to
the right.You may also call us at
1-877-221-5151.We will answer your
questions promptly.

12.When can I start
the course?

Our courses are open enrollment. You can register
and start
the course as soon as you are ready. Please note that once the course
curriculum
is accessed online or through submission of a material shipment
confirmation,
refunds cannot be issued.

13.Does this program
prepare for a certification?

Upon completion of this course you will receive a
certificate in Horse Care Management.